Prayer for Oak Flat
I awoke in the lone darkness of the tent, not sure what bothered me more — the freezing temperature of the February night or the loud howling that sounded like coyotes roaming the mountain. I …
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I awoke in the lone darkness of the tent, not sure what bothered me more — the freezing temperature of the February night or the loud howling that sounded like coyotes roaming the mountain. I …
Prayer for Oak Flat Read More
Charky and Quell “I just love spending time with Charky and Quell. They are such amazing dogs,” I say to my neighbors, Diana, and Dough, as we sit in their backyard. Charky, only four months …
Love and other stuff Read More
The first thing I do when my eyes open in the morning is to check my phone for WhatsApp messages or scan through social media for trending issues back home. This day was no different, …
In memory of “Ghana Messi” Read More
About a year ago, in February 2022, I spoke with the US embassy officer in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire. Can he explain it to me better? Yes, you read that right… you were six on the …
Yes, I do! Read More
As part of the Humphrey program, we read many interesting books. They help to develop new professional skills, give an impetus to action and make you think about life. Now we are reading the book …
Bear hugs Read More
It has already been over half a year since I stayed in Phoenix to participate in the Humphrey Fellowship program. As I experienced a lot that I had never thought of before, the last six …
Crossing the border by land Read More
We landed in Salt Lake City at quarter to 5 in the evening. Surrounded by snow-peaked mountains that were such a beautiful sight to behold, even from the comforting confines of the airport, we could …
An indie festival for the rich. Read More
I have a confession. I was catapulted into applying for the Humphrey Fellowship because of deep-seated frustration and jealousy. When a former student of mine, who is now one of my colleagues, graduated with a …
My Journey to Essentialism: The Fruits of Great Loneliness Read More
I never understood those ecstatic people, frantically smiling for the camera while voluntarily subjecting themselves to the torture of long-distance runs. Until I became one, it has been the best investment in my professional development …
The unexpected side effects of running Read More